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Nepal's National News Agency has launched a compelling photo exhibition highlighting the critical changes in mountain habitats. The 96-photograph showcase explores the intricate relationship between mountain landscapes, tourism, and climate change. Featuring iconic peaks from Kanchenjunga to Mount Everest, the exhibition seeks to draw global attention to the environmental challenges facing the Himalayan region. By documenting the transforming mountain ecosystems, the display aims to underscore the urgent need for environmental conservation and sustainable tourism practices.

Key Points: Nepal's Mountain Crisis Unveiled Through 96 Powerful Photos

  • 96 photographs showcase Nepal's mountain landscapes and environmental challenges
  • Exhibition draws attention to climate change impacts on Himalayan regions
  • Photos range from Kanchenjunga to Mount Everest
  • Aims to raise international awareness about mountain tourism
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Nepal: Photo exhibition raises awareness about changing mountain habitat concerning tourism

Rastriya Samachar Samiti exhibition highlights climate change impact on Himalayan landscapes and tourism identity

"Climate crisis is rising, snows on mountains are melting - Dharmendra Jha, RSS Executive Chairman"

Kathmandu, June 9

A fortnightly photo exhibition in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, has raised awareness about changing mountain habitat, linking it with tourism and identity as rising temperature and climate change threaten the high-lying habitat.

The photo exhibition being organised by the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS) or the National News Agency on the theme "Mountain Tourism: Our Pride, Our Identity" features 96 photographs.

Rastriya Samachar Samiti Executive Chairman Dharmendra Jha said, "This time the theme is 'Mountain Tourism: Our Pride, Our Identity.' We have set objectives for this edition, climate crisis is rising, snows on mountains are melting, climate change is impacting Nepal; our mountains and Himalayan ranges are in crisis."

"We are trying to raise awareness about it, including those we are in the policy level to drag their attention to this pertaining issue. In order to draw the attention of the international community to the problems, the exhibition features images of mountains, peaks, and tourist sites taken by the RSS reporters and photojournalists over various periods. This photo exhibition is organised to augment to the recently concluded and Sagarmatha Sambaad organized by the Government of Nepal," he added.

The National News Agency had organised a photo exhibition on the cultural diversity of Nepal last year and on physical infrastructure and development in the year before that to commemorate the Republic Day.

Nepal home to 8 tallest mountains in the world in recent years have seen reduction in scale of snowfall. Some glaciers are at constant risk of outburst.

The set of 96 photos, which ranges from the Kanchenjunga mountain in the east to Mt Api and Saipal of Darchula feature in the exhibition. It also includes the pleasing photos of Mount Everest, Annapurna, Machhapuchchhre, the waterfalls of Rukum, Sisne Himal, and various other mountains.

- ANI

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Arjun K.
As someone who has trekked in Nepal, this exhibition hits close to home. The Himalayas are not just Nepal's pride but a shared treasure for all of South Asia. Climate change is making the mountains more dangerous - last year I saw how much the glaciers had receded compared to my visit 10 years ago. More awareness campaigns like this are needed! 🙏
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Priya M.
Beautiful initiative! The Himalayas connect India and Nepal culturally and environmentally. I hope our government also takes note and collaborates on climate action. The reduced snowfall affects water supply downstream in North India too. Maybe India can host a similar exhibition?
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the awareness campaign, I wish they'd address how mass tourism itself is part of the problem. Too many trekkers leave behind waste and strain local resources. Maybe limit permits or increase fees to fund conservation? The photos must show both the beauty and the damage.
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Sunita P.
My father was a sherpa in the 80s and the stories he tells about how much snow there used to be... breaks my heart. These mountains are like our grandparents - we must protect them. Kudos to RSS for this effort. Would love to see this exhibition come to Delhi!
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Vikram J.
Climate change doesn't respect borders. India and Nepal need joint policies to protect the Himalayas. The melting glaciers will affect millions who depend on these rivers. Hope this exhibition wakes up policymakers on both sides of the border.

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